Royal Ascot explained, Churchill Downs and Thistledown race previews featuring the Chicago Derby and Ohio Derby, plus Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman respond to backlash over last week’s Belmont Stakes 3-year-old crop debate.
Royal Ascot explained, Churchill Downs and Thistledown race previews featuring the Chicago Derby and Ohio Derby, plus Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman respond to backlash over last week’s Belmont Stakes 3-year-old crop debate.
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Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman break down a packed week in horse racing, starting with why Royal Ascot is one of the sport’s most unique global events and how handicapping it differs from U.S. racing.
The guys preview weekend stakes action from Churchill Downs and Thistledown, featuring the Chicago Derby and Ohio Derby, while also looking ahead to a loaded Stephen Foster Stakes, which is shaping up as a potential Race of the Year candidate.
Mike and Aaron also respond to audience comments calling them out after they declared this year’s 3-year-old crop stinks.
• Royal Ascot explained: global prestige and handicapping differences
• Churchill Downs & Thistledown weekend race previews
• Chicago Derby and Ohio Derby analysis
• Stephen Foster Stakes Look Ahead
• 3-year-old crop debate
• Viewer comments and community reactions
• Mike and Aaron’s Best Bets
Saturday, June 20
• Ohio Derby (Gr.3) — Thistledown
• Chicago Derby (Gr.2)— Churchill Downs
• Lady Jacqueline Stakes — Thistledown
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